Who should read this: Safety managers and admins responsible for
SMS implementation and compliance evidence. The accountable executive
should review the compliance dashboard regularly.Prerequisites: Safety manager or admin role. Familiarity with
the four pillars of SMS — Safety Policy, Safety Risk Management,
Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotion.
Compliance Dashboard Overview
Navigate to Compliance in the Safety sidebar. The dashboard provides a high-level view of your organization’s Part 5 readiness:| Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Overall compliance | Percentage across all Part 5 subparts. |
| Per-subpart status | Compliance for Subparts A through F individually. |
| Evidence coverage | Number of elements with evidence vs. gaps. |
| Trend indicators | Directional progress over time. |
Review Compliance Elements
Navigate to Compliance > Elements to see every Part 5 requirement. Each element shows the regulatory reference, plain-language description, current status, and evidence. Use the subpart filter to focus on a specific pillar (A through F).Identify Compliance Gaps
Navigate to Compliance > Gaps to see elements that are not yet fully compliant. The view shows elements with no evidence, partial compliance, and those requiring additional documentation.Upload Compliance Evidence
Update Element Status
After uploading evidence, update the element’s compliance status:| Status | When to Use |
|---|---|
| Not Started | No work has been done on this element yet. |
| Partially Implemented | Some aspects are addressed but gaps remain. |
| Fully Implemented | All requirements for this element are met with sufficient evidence. |
| Verified | Implementation has been independently verified as effective. |
Generate the Part 5 Compliance Report
- Navigate to Compliance > Part 5 Report. This generates a comprehensive report summarizing your compliance posture.
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Report contents:
- Overall and per-subpart compliance percentages
- Every element with its current status
- References to attached evidence
- Remaining gaps with recommendations
- Use cases: Present at management review meetings, share with your FSDO during surveillance, or include as supporting material with your Declaration of Compliance.
Export Compliance Evidence
Navigate to Compliance > Evidence Export to create a downloadable package of all uploaded evidence. This is useful for:- FAA audit preparation
- Internal audit documentation
- Management review presentations
- Backup and archival
Implementation Element Plan (IEP)
The IEP tab under Compliance provides a structured timeline for your compliance journey:- Track milestones toward the May 28, 2027 DOC deadline
- Assign responsibility for each compliance area to specific people
- Monitor progress against your implementation schedule
- Identify at-risk milestones before they become overdue
Generate Template Documents
The Doc Generate tool under Compliance creates starter templates for common SMS documents:- Safety Policy Statement
- SMS Manual sections
- Emergency Response Plan templates
- Training program outlines
Maintain Ongoing Compliance
After submitting your Declaration of Compliance, you must maintain your SMS for as long as you hold your certificate. Use the compliance dashboard to:- Monitor for degradation in compliance status
- Track evidence expiration (e.g., annual training records that need renewal)
- Prepare for routine FAA surveillance activities
- Document changes through the Management of Change process
Related
Conduct a Risk Assessment
Part 5 Subpart C compliance through documented risk management.
Create a CPA
Part 5 Subpart D continuous improvement through corrective actions.
Run a Safety Committee Meeting
Meeting records as evidence for Safety Promotion requirements.
Manage Documents
Document management for Part 5 Subpart F compliance.